Carrot Craisin Salad with Ginger
Brighten up your mealtime with this refreshing Carrot Craisin Salad with Ginger – a colorful, nutrient-packed dish bursting with sweet, tangy, and zesty flavors! Featuring tender grated carrots paired with tart dried cranberries, this salad is elevated by a vibrant ginger-infused dressing made with olive oil, honey, and zesty lemon juice. A hint of fresh parsley adds an optional herby finish, making it as eye-catching as it is flavorful. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this salad is perfect as a healthy side dish or a light lunch. It's an effortless way to enjoy fresh ingredients with a delightful medley of textures and tastes. Perfect for meal prep or entertaining, this recipe delivers a balanced combination of sweet, savory, and tangy in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Carrots
- 0.5 cup Craisins (dried cranberries)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or a food processor with a grating attachment. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Add the craisins to the bowl with the grated carrots.
Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger, then set it aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, lemon juice, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper until well combined to form the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the carrot and craisin mixture, and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if using.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
694 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1375 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.1 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 930 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
